Peru Quake Felt Across South Regions; No Damage
A magnitude 6.6–6.7 earthquake struck central-southern Peru near Upahuacho in the Ayacucho region, with depths ranging from about 10 kilometers to around 66.7 kilometers depending on the source. The USGS identified the epicenter west-northwest of Upahuacho, with multiple stations contributing to the origin data and regional coordinates and local times varying across reports. The tremor was felt in southern Peru, including Ica and Arequipa, but there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Authorities and warning centers confirmed there was no tsunami threat following the quake. Peru sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, underscoring ongoing seismic vulnerability in the region.
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